Second generation 10GBASE-T PHY ideal for high density applications

• Dual-port single-chip form factor for easy design-in and maximum cost optimization.

• Full 802.3an standard compliance to allow use of powerful, new 10GBASE-T technology from the data center to the network’s edge. Supports up to:

  -	100m on CAT6A and CAT7 cable types
  -	55m on CAT6 cable, already deployed in many data centers
  -	45m on CAT5e, the most commonly installed UTP cable type



• Multi-rate support (100M/1G/10GBASE-T) decouples simultaneous upgrade of both ends of a link providing flexibility in existing installations and accelerating the adoption of new equipment.
  
  
• Full XAUI Interface support.


• Built-in diagnostics helps data center operators to localize the cabling problems, minimizing the link downtime.
  
  
• XFI Interface for enhanced design flexibility.